That's a pretty bold statement in this self-esteem obsessed world of ours, isn't it?

I must say, I have always wondered what all the hoopla was over it, though. I mean, really, is there a person out there who feels positive about everything about themselves every minute of every single day?

You've probably been running around trying to finish your holiday shopping the past few weeks. I'm not even done yet! It seems to get harder every year, knowing what the perfect gift is for each person.

And yet, we give so many gifts every day that we don't think about! That random hug, a phone call to someone who may not be feeling her best, a handwritten note of encouragement or cheer, or even just a passing smile. All these things are gifts because they very well could help turn around someone else's day.

As parents and children get busier, and have access to endless waves of technology and information, it seems like so many of us are struggling to stay on top of it all. Weren't all of these modern conveniences created to make our lives simpler and easier to manage?

If you've been reading this blog for a while, you know that I need to just walk away from it all once in a while. My intentions were never to sit in front of a screen all day. Usually, I give you all a little heads up about my breaks, so I apologize that I just stopped writing for a few weeks. From now on, I'll try to post at least once a month or so.

As you all know, I'm extremely picky with the people and products that I choose to promote. They have to be extraordinary, and to me that means that they have to make our inner and outer worlds better in some way.

With the plethora of options that are out there, it's so important to make informed choices. I really believe that every single one of us can change the world with each dollar we spend.

As 2010 fades with each sunset, I just wanted to share some music, which will hopefully inspire you to carry your true colors into the sunrise of 2011. Music rarely fails to motivate and rejuvenate me, and these are just a few of the songs I turn to when I need a little dose of inspiration: